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Prayagraj: India's Guava Capital and the Unique Allure of Its Famous Varieties
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News18•04-10-2026, 16:14
Prayagraj: India's Guava Capital and the Unique Allure of Its Famous Varieties
- •Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh is known as India's 'Guava Capital' due to its unique and famous guava varieties.
- •Traditional guava varieties like Allahabad Safeda and Allahabad Surkha have given Prayagraj a distinct identity.
- •Allahabad Safeda guavas are characterized by fewer seeds and high storage capacity, making them highly sought after.
- •Allahabad Surkha, with its red or pink pulp, has received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, highlighting its unique regional quality.
- •The favorable environment in Prayagraj and surrounding areas contributes to the exceptional taste, color, and pulp quality of its guavas.
Key Questions Answered
Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, formerly known as Allahabad, is recognized as the Guava Capital of India due to its long-standing history of guava cultivation and famous local varieties like Allahabad Safeda and Allahabad Surkha.
Allahabad Safeda is a medium-sized, round guava variety featuring white pulp inside. It is well known for having fewer seeds compared to other varieties and possessing a high storage capacity.
The Allahabad Surkha guava has received a Geographical Indication (GI) recognition and is registered as an agricultural product in the official GI database. It is distinct for its unique red or pink pulp color.
